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Technical Old Big Blocks; preferences
Daydreaming today; got the notion that I might scrounge up a rebuilder big block for shits and giggles. I have my own preferences; Ford FE's and MoPar B/RB's. Have also had a 454 Chevy, but... -
Technical Wheel coming loose
I converted to front disc brakes a '65 Corvair, the car is not mine.
Wheels are American Torq Thrust D and I had to put in longer 7/16-20 studs and 2mm thick spacers.
The car was driven maybe 10... -
Projects First Hotrod 28 Sedan Please help
I just bought my first model a project, its a 28/29 sedan, Car is pretty much all stock, Im looking to build a full fender traditional style hot rod, I haven't the slightest clue where to start,... -
History Late 30s Mopar coupes?
Long story short... I'm picking up a 291 Hemi soon and will be needing a car to put it in. I have nearly enough stuff around here to build a Model A chassis with this hemi but I don't necessarily... -
Event Coverage Forum Issues
Hey fellas... just clawed my way back into the fiery pit that is Texas after 26 hours of sleepless wandering through airports, jet blasts, and existential rot. The forum’s acting up, I see it too,... -
Art & Inspiration A true WTF
Still scratching my head over this CL post in Portland: A '62 Dart that started out as a four door, but was converted to two door ON ONE SIDE ONLY.
I could see if this was an in-process... -
Art & Inspiration A Study in opinions. Favorite historic customs
There are ICONS in every aspect of mankind's achievable life. We look up to those with admiration, go out of our way at times to see them. respect them.
We in this hobby... -
Folks Of Interest Chris Raschke in fatal Bonneville 300 mph crash
Facebook posts - not my photos
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Hot Rods From Troubleshooting Wiring to Ignition Hell
I've been working on this 1929 Model A truck for 51 years and counting and have finally come to the point of starting up the engine, a 351 Windsor that I decided to retain the Duraspark II... -
Hot Rods Surprise at POTLATCH PARK,KETCHIKAN,ALASKA
My wife and I left VANCOUVER on a cruise ship thru Alaska. First stop was Ketchikan,Ak(small remote island in s. Ak.)Driven thru town by the tour guide;we pass by an older building and I “spot” on... -
History Roll Bars before 1952
there's a thread for almost everything automotive here, ever radiator overflow cans, but
after doing a search and reading threads far & wide, i still think we need one more.
could those in the... -
Hot Rods Gasser Drag Racing In Texas
I built me a 38 Chevy Gasser & was planning on running with the Southeast Gassers Texas Style. I got in touch with Ronnie Santhuff that started that group to see when he was going have some gasser... -
Hot Rods It's The Little Things
And this is microscopic - in the whole scheme of things....but thought I'd throw it out there in case there was any interest. Had a couple of vintage mini stainless marine clam shell vent covers... -
Event Coverage Bonneville Speedweek 2025
I didn’t see another thread so I thought I’d start one. Man, I wish I was there right now. It’s plenty hot here in Arkansas today so I might as well be standing out...
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History 41 Willys Gasser found?
I am fairly certain that this is the car. https://eastcoastdragtimeshalloffam...ollie-olsens-will-a-meaner-remains-a-mystery/
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Technical Peep Mirrors - Decent Visibility ?
Hi guys, I am thinking of going with peep mirrors on my 1951 Ford truck restomod. We have a very narrow driveway, so big advantage to the peep mirrors. However, I don't want to smack into...
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